North Dakota cost guide
Retaining Wall cost in North Dakota
Quick answer
Retaining Wall in North Dakota costs an estimated $36 - $66 per sq ft of wall face. That is 2% above the national average, because landscaping workers in North Dakota earn $21.04 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per sq ft of wall face)
- $36 - $66
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- +2%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #18 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in North Dakota: $10,700 - $19,800 (300 square feet at per sq ft of wall face)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects retaining wall prices in North Dakota
- Wall height and length; taller walls may need engineering and permits.
- Material: block, natural stone, timber or poured concrete.
- Drainage behind the wall and soil conditions.
- Access for equipment and material delivery.
- Local labor costs: North Dakota landscaping wages are 2% above the national average, and labor is about 45% of this job's price.
How North Dakota compares
Retaining Wall companies in North Dakota
Other landscaping costs in North Dakota
- Lawn Mowing$45 - $73
- Lawn Fertilization$66 - $100
- Yard Cleanup$130 - $410
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$41 - $77
- Gardener$36 - $67
- Tree Removal$410 - $1,250
- Sod Installation$1.02 - $2.03
- Artificial Turf Installation$10 - $25
- Sprinkler System Installation$610 - $2,050
- Landscape Design$720 - $3,100
- Landscaping Installation$3,050 - $16,300
- Paver Patio$10 - $17
- French Drain$10 - $36
- Landscape Lighting$81 - $305
- Xeriscaping$5.08 - $20
- Snow Removal$31 - $72
- Commercial Lawn Care$820 - $1,650
Retaining Wall cost in North Dakota: common questions
How much does retaining wall cost in North Dakota?
About $36 - $66 per sq ft of wall face. The US range is $35 - $65 (HomeGuide).
Is retaining wall more expensive in North Dakota than average?
North Dakota ranks #18 of 51 for landscaping wages, so retaining wall runs 2% above the national average.
What affects retaining wall prices in North Dakota?
Wall height and length; taller walls may need engineering and permits. Material: block, natural stone, timber or poured concrete. Drainage behind the wall and soil conditions. Access for equipment and material delivery.
How do I find retaining wall companies in North Dakota?
Local Landscaping lists 4 businesses offering this service in North Dakota, including in Grand Forks, Mandan, Devils Lake and Minot. Ask each for drainage, footing depth, permits and whether an engineer is required.
Planning estimate: US range from HomeGuide (2026) adjusted for North Dakota by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.